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  1. thetrain
    Ditto. The food menu wasn't very interesting, but its sad they are finally putting in draft beer and Blue Moon makes the cut.
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    Sundevich has great sandwiches - a little hard to find - its on Naylor Court alley parallel to 9th Street between N and O Streets. They don't open until noon but maybe you can call ahead. Also I've heard good things about El Rinconcito Cafe on 11th - never been myself, but mean to go. Info - http://www.washingtonian.com/restaurantreviews/3111.html
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    No cocktails, but Bayou Bakery is an option with wine and beer. Otherwise Wilson Tavern is your best bet in courthouse...head bartender used to work at PS7s for what its worth.
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    Have you have you given any thought to giving out best of or some other kind of award? It could be members only voting, and you could hand out a silly sticker or award that would serve as promotion for the site. Restaurants will usually do the rest and at least mention it on their website. I'd be interested in seeing who the winners would be and could promote good discussion.
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    They updated that article to include "The Daily, the publication that originally broke the rumors that Deen was about to announce her diagnosis, last Thursday, is now reporting both that Paula has high blood pressure and that she will make $6 million over two years for her work promoting Victoza."
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    Completly anecdotal - but on the Biggest Loser they have a mid season 'check in' with the doctor to see what losing a moderate amount of weight has done to their health. In every show I've seen, every diabetic no longer needs insulin and most are no longer considered diabetic. Insane. In contrast, my grandmother is diabetic and my mother (not yet 60) is pre-diabetic. Niether are remotely close to what most people would consider overweight, they have 'normal' BMIs, but they put on 30lbs from what they weighed in their 20s. Is that weight alone enough to cause it? Who knows.
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    They just annouced the head brewer: Megan Parisi, former lead brewer at Cambridge Brewing Co. in Massachusetts. http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/all-we-can-eat/post/parisi-named-head-beermaker-for-nrgs-new-brewery/2012/01/24/gIQAJ9DsNQ_blog.html
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    I wonder if it's possible for Donna to work at a restaurant and pay all his employees on time in full. (sorry couldn't resist). The article states the facts and the quotes come from the Arlington's deputy treasurer for litigation - not Carman. Its not his fault there is a dearth of glowing facts about Donna that are newsworthy. I'm not sure what in this fact based article suggests he hates the guy.
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    I've had good luck at the Glebe Rd. Harris Teeter - no smell and lots of times whats on sale just came in and its a lot cheaper than WF. Some is previously frozen, but not all.
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    I know the technical definitions, but in my experience some taquerias play it fast and loose with what they call their various fillings. Hence the cubed meat in my al pastor sopa later that day at Tacos El Costalilla (meat was meh but the sopas shell was great - would get birria instead next time). And why carnitas tacos are usually either dried out or super juicy, but rarely crispy and juicy.
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    I was in the area running errands and stopped here for a taco. I asked for al pastor and she said 'ah carnitas' - I do not care what its called - it was the best tasting pork I've ever had in a taco. There were crispy, not burnt bits mixed in with the shredded pork and the remaining meat was still juicy. The taco was dressed with onions, cilantro and a side of lime and the corn tortilla was good, but nothing special. But the meat - definitely special.
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    Just a reminder for VA businesses there are strict Happy Hour advertising laws - "Licensees can not advertise Happy Hour in the media or on the exterior of the premises." So basically, no business or any of their employees can send you happy hour information to post (media is interpreted to include online postings of any kind from what I've heard). However, we as individuals are allowed to self report and post these specials.
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    Noticed them listed in the Harris Teeter Circular under the fresh produce tab this week - worth a call.
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    An interesting article from WSJ about chain restaurants and how they are changing and broadening their menus. "Over the past two years, Applebee's has changed about 80% of its menu. It revamped everything from its rice (instant is now long-grain) to the addition of more New Orleans-inspired dishes." Maybe its less bad now? Although its disconcerting they were serving instant rice in the first place...
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    Recently went and had the new(ish) menu item, Fish and Chips. The fries were meh, but the fried fish was really great - definitely one of the best I've ever had. Fish was moist and (I think) fresh, outside was lightly battered and crisp. The homemade tartar sauce was also delicious and I'll be asking for an extra portion next time.
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    A fairly comprehensive list of Oyster specials. American Eats Tavern is one that isn't as well known. Make sure to read the comments, there are some more listed in there.
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    Last time I was at Applebees, about 5 years ago, I ordered the Quesadilla Burger. I figured "when in Rome." It wasn't bad; I've had worse meals at a food truck. And I got to dine surrounded by teenage couples dressed to the nines having the requisite awkward pre-prom dinner date.
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    Ditto. And I'll add that Paradiso, Redrocks, and Rustico use high quality ingredients on not so great crust (Rustico's especially is lacking), so they still make for okay pizza. Matchbox is in this category for me too. There is one place I'm surprised didn't make it, not because its any good, but rather because its so popular - Fireworks. And I still think Faccia Luna (at least the Clarendon one) is underrated...much better crust than the majority of the list. Also this reminds me I really need to try Ledo's.
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    I'll admit the first time I read the original post I thought of the Seinfeld episode where Jerry had a bad check taped up at a bodega. Actually that is my favorite episode. But yea, I doubt this lady has the fortitude to post a list publicly of these derelicts...but she should.
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    Nota Bene - Kitchen closed before 1:30 for lunch on a federal holiday.
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    Ha! Yes. The all-female service staff had the hipster look down pat.
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    Based on what I ate I'd say its both Northern Thai and Issan - started with a lot of sour and spice and the last two-three courses mellowed into sweet, less spicy Burmese influenced dishes. Everything was excellent, but the highlights were the mushroom salad, the crispy rice/peanut/lime dish that was like a refreshing pad thai (tons of lime and chili), and the hammered beef. Drinks are very reasonable given the prixe fix price - $5 for beer, $40-42 for bottle of wine (really interesting selection - including a Rose Chinon)/$10-12 per glass (very big by the glass selection) and $4 small pours of Belgian/Imperial IPAs. Atmosphere-wise it skews young, minimalist farmhouse design and everyone appeared to be in their 20s-30s. Any guy with a crush on Zooey Daschel will love the service....and if you don't have a crush the service is still great, attentive and casual. Overall, this is Komi's cool little sibling - trendier and cheaper than Komi but with the same attention to detail.
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    Liberty Tavern, Mad Rose Tavern, now Market Tavern. I'm glad for another place with lots of taps, but I'm puzzled as to why they chose that name.
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    Every time I'm in NYC I make it a point to go to Motorino in the East Village for pizza. Its better than anything I've had in DC and the appetizers are delicious as well. Its a small but cozy space and if you go in the afternoon you can definitely hang out for a while over a bottle of wine at a table. There is also an amazing lunch deal during the week from 11-4, a salad and pizza for $12.
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    Cafe St. Ex, Bistro Du Coin. And while not always the greatest resource, yelp has TV or No TV info that has been reliable when I've used it.
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